Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing, and perfect will. --Romans 12:2
A school teacher was approached by a small investment group, and was easily swayed by their elaborate, but risky, new business plan. So swayed, in fact, that she invested her entire life savings into the venture!
Within months, her investment disappeared into thin air and it seemed as though her future dreams were shattered. So she decided to visit the Better Business Bureau.
The official who greeted her listened to her story and then asked, "Why on earth didn't you come to us before you made the investment? Didn't you know about the Better Business Bureau?"
"Yes, I did know about you," the teacher sadly replied, "but I didn't come because I was afraid you'd tell me not to make the investment."
As believers, you and I must always consult the Lord first when making life decisions...even when you're afraid of where He might lead you!
To discover God's will and experience His blessings, you must:
- Submit yourself completely to God and His will (James 4:7).
- Renew your mind daily through the consistent study of His Word (Rom. 12:2).
- Consistently remain in prayer to God (Rom. 12:12, Phil. 4:6, Col. 4:2).
- Be willing to wait patiently on the Lord (Psalm 27:14, 37:7, 38:15, 130:5).
In your walk with God, daily surrender to Him and practice the simple steps to submission above. He will make his will clear to you as you face big and small decisions in life.
PRAYER CHALLENGE: Pray that the Lord would give you a more submissive heart, one that completely trusts in His will. Then make a commitment to follow Him daily so that He can fulfill His purposes in your life.
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